how such an inspection should occur. Organizations may want to increase this frequency based on usage, or conduct inspections before and after surges in usage. Is this inspector properly trained to evalu- ate the equipment? As mentioned, being “qualified” takes special training, and may also require considerable experi - ence with a product or system. The man - ufacturer may offer specialized trainings for items you’re seeking to inspect. Annual/professional inspection: There are several things to consider when selecting a professional inspector. To start, the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) and your insurance company may require the inspector to possess certain credentials and levels of insurance. Additionally, ensure that inspectors are qualified to inspect your particular system; not all zip lines or aerial courses are created equally. Sometimes the manufacturer of the system is the most knowledgeable to inspect your park and its equipment. In some cases, the
AHJ may require a third-party inspec - tor. Whomever is selected, it’s always important to consider customer service and report quality in your calculations. An inspection report that is late, hard to decipher, and omits some or all equip - ment being used can be a problem unto itself. Prior to choosing the inspector, ask to see a sample copy of the report you will receive. Documentation If it’s not properly documented, it may as well have never happened. Maintain - ing appropriate documents is critical in an inspection program, especially after all the training, time, and resources needed to properly care for and inspect your course and equipment.
HOW DO I KNOW THIS IS SAFE?
a senior qualified team member leading the process—which makes proper train - ing and good documentation even more important.
The main questions to ask when consid - ering this sort of inspection:
Is the inspection schedule reasonable? Most manufacturers specify when and
Sometimes comparison is required to determine the level of degradation, e.g., wear on internal plates of grigris.
Here’s a partial list of the records you should have:
Staff training: who is trained to do what? Keep a skill roster for staff indicating what they can do, and when they were last assessed internally and/or external - ly. It’s especially nice to have syllabi, and
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